Fisayo Fagbemi | Climate change |Excellence in Research

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Ā Mr. Fisayo Fagbemi | Climate change | Excellence in Research

Passionate and energetic economist with strong research and analytical skills, specializing in public policy formulation. Experienced in using statistical and economic models to analyze data, with a focus on institutional quality and financial development in Sub-Saharan Africa. Adept at writing research proposals, contributing to grant applications, and conducting policy advisory consulting. Proven track record in academic publishing and active participation in international research collaborations. Proficient in various data analysis tools, with excellent communication skills in English and Yoruba, and a valid driving license. Committed to impactful research and advancing economic development.

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Career Objectiveāž¢ šŸ“Š

Passionate and energetic economist with excellent research and analytical prowess. Well-informed researcher adept at analyzing data using statistical and economic models. Quick learner with a strong desire for gathering information to formulate effective public policy.

EducationšŸŽ“

Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria

  • M.Sc. Economics
    Dissertation: “Natural Resources, Institutional Quality, and Financial Development in Sub-Saharan African Countries (2005 ā€“ 2014)”
    2015 ā€“ 2017

Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria

  • B.Sc. (Hons) in Economics; Second Class (Upper Division)
    2008 ā€“ 2013

Professional QualificationšŸ…

Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered)

  • Proficiency Certificate in Management (Graduate Member)
    March 2015

Work ExperiencešŸ’¼

Research Fellowship (Remote) University of Religions and Denominations, Qom, Iran October 2023 ā€“ Present. Research Fellow Economic Policy Analysis Centre (EPAC), Ibadan, Nigeria March 2022 ā€“ June 2023. Writing research proposals Contributing to grant writing in economic development and social sciences Capacity development in data analysis and public policy design Engaging in research, policy advisory consulting, and operations on public policy issues. Research Fellow European Xtramile Centre of African Studies (EXCAS), LiĆØge, Belgium 2020 ā€“ 2021. Administrative and Research Assistant Dr. J.O. Ajibike, Department of Banking and Finance, The Polytechnic Ibadan, Nigeria 2017 ā€“ 2018 Data gathering and analysis. Research Assistant Dr. A.A. Adegboye, Department of Economics, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria 2016 ā€“ 2017. Data gathering and analysis. Assistant Lecturer & Administrative Assistant Niger State College of Education, Minna 2014 ā€“ 2015

Awards and HonorsšŸ†

Recognition for publishing three (3) open access articles with Elsevier (2019ā€“2021). Ondo State Annual (Sessional) Scholarship Award for Academic Excellence (2011/2012). Ondo State Annual (Sessional) Scholarship Award for Academic Excellence (2009/2010)

Seminars and Training AttendedšŸŒŸ

Workshop on Proposal Writing Department of Economics, OAU, Ile-Ife January 2016 “Writing Internally Consistent Academic Proposal” by Prof. Olarewaju Olaniyan. “Academic Writing Skills” by Prof. I. O. Olurinola

Voluntary Activities/Leadership Experience

Research Article Reviewer for multiple journals including Journal of Capital Market Studies (Emerald Journal, UK), Sage Open (Sage Journal), Africa Review Journal (Taylor and Francis Journal), Journal of Economic and Administrative Sciences (Emerald Journal, UK), and Issues in Business Management and Economics (Journal, Malaysia). Presiding Officer (INEC Ad hoc Staff) for Niger East Senatorial Bye-Election, Tundu Wada South (014), Minna (2014). President, MDGs Development Knowledge Facilitators (DKF) Training (2014 ā€“ 2015)

Skills & QualitiesšŸ’»

Proficient in research and computer skills (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Stata, SPSS & Eviews). Excellent communication skills in English and Yoruba. Ability to work individually and in teams towards achieving organizational goals. Valid driving license

Publications Top Notes šŸ“

    • Climate change vulnerability-foreign direct investment linkage: Why climate change preparedness matters in Sub-Saharan Africa
      • Year: 2024
      • Authors: Fagbemi, F., Oke, D.F.
      • Source: Research in Economics, 78(1), pp. 52ā€“60
    • Tradeā€“Finance Nexus: The Centrality of the Quality of Institutions in Sub-Saharan African Leading Economies
      • Year: 2024
      • Authors: Fagbemi, F., Fajingbesi, A., Nzeribe, G.E.
      • Source: Foreign Trade Review, 59(1), pp. 7ā€“25
    • Carbon emissions and food production: why climate change is a threat to Nigeriaā€™s food security
      • Year: 2024
      • Authors: Fagbemi, F., Oke, D.F., Akinyele, O.D., Bello, K.M.
      • Source: Journal of Environmental Studies and Sciences
    • Sustainable Poverty Reduction in Nigeria: Does Process Innovation Matter?
      • Year: 2024
      • Authors: Fagbemi, F., Ajibike, J.O.
    • Life Expectancy: Exploring Climate Change-Human Longevity Nexus in Sub-Saharan Africa
      • Year: 2024
      • Authors: Fagbemi, F., Nzeribe, G.E., Osinubi, T.T.
      • Source: Economic Growth and Development in the Tropics, pp. 16ā€“29
    • THE MODERATING ROLE OF GOVERNANCE IN THE GLOBALISATION-LIFE EXPECTANCY NEXUS: IMPLICATIONS FOR SOCIOECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
      • Year: 2023
      • Authors: Osinubi, T., Ajide, F., Fagbemi, F.
      • Source: Economics and Culture, 20(2), pp. 46ā€“63
    • The role of governance in girl-child education: Insights on the odds against Nigerian women in leadership
      • Year: 2023
      • Authors: Fagbemi, F., Oke, D.F., Akinyele, O.D.
      • Source: Sexuality, Gender and Policy, 6(4), pp. 217ā€“241

 

Sajjad Rahimi-Moghaddam | Crop modeling | Young Scientist Award

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Assist Prof Dr. Sajjad Rahimi-Moghaddam | Crop modeling |Young Scientist Award

Assist Prof Dr. Lorestan University, Iran

šŸ‘©ā€šŸ”¬Dedicated Assistant Professor at Lorestan University, specializing in Production Engineering and Plant Genetics. Holds a Ph.D. in Agroecology, focusing on climate change effects on maize yield. Recognized for academic excellence, ranking first in master’s exams and fifth in the Ph.D. exam. Published in renowned journals, contributing to the understanding of agro-climatic impacts on crop yields. Skilled in research and modeling, with a track record of closing yield gaps in crops. Committed to advancing agricultural science and bridging the gap between agronomic and genetic factors for sustainable crop production.Ā šŸŒŸ

 

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šŸŒ¾Current Position

Assistant Professor, Department of Production Engineering and Plant Genetics, Faculty of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Lorestan University, Khorramabad, Iran.

šŸŽ“Educational Background

PhD: Agroecology, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran Thesis: Modeling the effects of climate change on maize (Zea mays L.) yield in Khuzestan province: Adaptation strategies Supervisors: Dr. Jafar Kambouzia and Dr. Reza Deihimfard. MSc: Agroecology, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran Thesis: Determination of genetic coefficients of some maize cultivars in Iran to be applied in crop simulation models Supervisors: Dr. Reza Deihimfard and Dr. Saeid Soufizadeh Advisors: Dr. Jafar Kambouzia and Dr. Farhad Nazariyan Firuzabadi BA: Agronomy and Plant Breeding, Lorestan University, Iran

šŸ†Academic Honors:

First Rank in the master exam trends of agroecology in 2011 among 6035 participants. First Rank in the master exam trends of agronomy in 2011 among 6035 participants. Twelfth Rank in the final round of the sixteenth Olympiad in agricultural engineering (Iran) and won a scholarship in 2011. Fifth Rank in the PhD exam trends of agroecology in 2013 among 800 participants.

Publications Top Notes šŸ“

  • Adaptation strategies to lessen negative impact of climate change on grain maize under hot climatic conditions: A model-based assessment
    • Authors: S Rahimi-Moghaddam, J Kambouzia, R Deihimfard
    • Journal: Agricultural and Forest Meteorology
    • Year: 2018
    • Volume: 253
    • Pages: 1-14
    • Citations: 68

 

  • Risk assessment of frost damage to sugar beet simulated under cold and semi-arid environments
    • Authors: R Deihimfard, S Rahimi-Moghaddam, K Chenu
    • Journal: International Journal of Biometeorology
    • Year: 2019
    • Pages: 511-521
    • Citations: 28

 

  • Future climate change could reduce irrigated and rainfed wheat water footprint in arid environments
    • Authors: R Deihimfard, S Rahimi-Moghaddam, B Collins, K Azizi
    • Journal: Science of the Total Environment
    • Year: 2022
    • Volume: 807
    • Pages: 150991
    • Citations: 27

 

  • Towards withholding irrigation regimes and drought-resistant genotypes as strategies to increase canola production in drought-prone environments: A modeling approach
    • Authors: S Rahimi-Moghaddam, H Eyni-Nargeseh, SAK Ahmadi, K Azizi
    • Journal: Agricultural Water Management
    • Year: 2021
    • Volume: 243
    • Pages: 106487
    • Citations: 25

 

  • Analysis of growth functions that can increase irrigated wheat yield under climate change
    • Authors: H Eyniā€Nargeseh, R Deihimfard, S Rahimiā€Moghaddam, …
    • Journal: Meteorological Applications
    • Year: 2020
    • Volume: 27
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: e1804
    • Citations: 20